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Pope Francis Encourages ACLI Members to Uphold Christian Values By Lisa Zengarini Recently, Pope Francis had a special meeting with the Christian Associations of Italian Workers (ACLI) to commemorate their 80th anniversary. The Pope commended the members for their dedication to practicing Christian values such as social solidarity and peace, which have been the guiding principles of the organization since its inception in 1944. Embracing a Popular and Synodal Style Pope Francis highlighted the ACLI’s commitment to a “popular” style that emphasizes being close to the people and recognizing the importance of solidarity and collective action. He also praised their…

Un attacco devastante è avvenuto nel villaggio di Lungtak, nello Stato di Chin, quando l’esercito del Myanmar ha colpito due chiese, una cattolica e una battista. I bombardamenti, avvenuti tra l’11 e il 12 maggio, hanno distrutto case e seminato il terrore tra gli abitanti. La chiesa cattolica coinvolta è affiliata alla Diocesi di Kalay e il parroco locale insieme ai fedeli è riuscito a fuggire nelle foreste vicine. Il conflitto tra l’esercito del Myanmar e i gruppi ribelli etnici come l’Esercito Rivoluzionario Zomi e l’Esercito Nazionale Chin ha scatenato una crisi umanitaria nello Stato di Chin. Le limitazioni imposte…

Thousands of faithful from Poland and beyond came together in a unique celebration on the Solemnity of Corpus Christi. Over 25,000 people gathered in Rzeszow for the “One Heart, One Spirit” concert, a powerful display of Christian unity and worship. Organized as a form of prayer, the concert focused on honoring Christ and brought together a large crowd in person, while also reaching millions through television, radio, and online broadcasts. The event featured an orchestra, choir, and talented performers who delivered 26 songs and religious pieces over a three-hour period. Father Andrzej Cypryś, Marcin Pospieszalski, and Jan Budziaszek led the…

Pope Francis Welcomes President Zuzana Čaputová of Slovakia Recently, Pope Francis graciously received the President of the Republic of Slovakia, Zuzana Čaputová, and her delegation at the Vatican. The meeting was held to discuss various important matters, including the situation in Ukraine. During the audience, President Čaputová had a fruitful discussion with Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin, and the Reverend Msgr. Mirosław Wachowski, Under-Secretary for Relations with States. Their conversation touched upon the recent assassination attempt on the Prime Minister, upcoming changes in presidency, and the approaching European elections. The visit comes in the aftermath of Slovak Prime Minister,…

Welcome to the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation’s Catholic Sisters Initiative Convention in Zambia, where over 100 religious sisters from more than 15 countries gathered to explore impact, learning, and collaboration in the service of the common good. Imagine a space where Catholic sisters from around the world converge, united by a shared vision for creating positive change. That’s exactly what happened in Lusaka, Zambia, where sisters came together from May 29 to May 31 for an event organized by the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation’s Catholic Sisters Initiative. During the convention, these dedicated religious sisters delved into topics such as elevating…

Discover Rome’s Summer 2024 Concert Lineup Get ready to groove in the eternal city this summer as Rome gears up to host a plethora of concerts featuring both Italian and international artists across various music genres. The city will come alive with the sounds of pop, rock, and jazz at outdoor venues as part of different music festivals. One of the prominent events to look out for is the Roma Summer Fest, set against the stunning backdrop of the Cavea venue at the Auditorium Parco della Musica. Running from June to September, this festival promises a diverse lineup of performances…

La situazione economica e la fragile stabilità interna stanno spingendo l’Egitto a non interrompere i rapporti con Israele, nonostante i tank israeliani abbiano raggiunto il centro di Rafah nella Striscia di Gaza. Anche la morte di una guardia di frontiera egiziana non ha compromesso completamente i rapporti con Tel Aviv. Secondo media arabi e israeliani, Egitto e Israele hanno deciso di minimizzare l’incidente. Al funerale del militare, non erano presenti alti ufficiali dell’esercito. Il Cairo ha messo in guardia Israele dal danneggiare i propri elementi lungo il confine nella zona cuscinetto conosciuta come Corridoio Philadelphia. Il comportamento dell’Egitto è guidato…

Pope Francis Mourns the Passing of Cardinal Kelvin Edward Felix By Devin Watkins It is with a heavy heart that Pope Francis sends his deepest condolences to the faithful of the West Indies upon the passing of Cardinal Kelvin Edward Felix at the age of 91. Cardinal Felix, who served as the Archbishop Emeritus of Castries, passed away on Thursday, May 30. He led the Archdiocese of Castries in Saint Lucia from 1981 until his retirement in 2008, and was honored with the position of Cardinal by Pope Francis in 2014. In a heartfelt telegram sent on Saturday, Pope Francis…

Dieci anni fa, nel 2014, Papa Francesco si riunì nei Giardini Vaticani per un gesto di pace storico. Insieme al presidente israeliano e palestinese, e al patriarca Bartolomeo, piantò un ulivo come simbolo di pace per il Medio Oriente. Ora, in un momento di forte tensione tra israeliani e palestinesi, il Pontefice si prepara a commemorare quell’evento il prossimo 8 giugno. La data e il luogo rimangono gli stessi, ma la situazione è completamente diversa. Tuttavia, venerdì prossimo, Papa Francesco tornerà nei Giardini Vaticani per ricordare quel momento di unità e di speranza. L’incontro del 2014, dopo il viaggio del…

Kharkiv is currently facing a dramatic situation. News of Russian attacks is a daily occurrence, with drones, rockets, bombs destroying the city and causing deaths and injuries among civilians. In an attack on the “Epitsentr” supermarket at 4:00 pm last Saturday, May 25, 19 people were killed and 54 were injured in an hour and on a day that usually sees the highest foot traffic. In the night of May 31, a Russian rocket hit a five-story residential building, killing three people and injuring 23, including a paramedic. The Russians used a “double strike tactic” – attacking for a second…